In this modern society we tend to live in a world where many of us are indecisive and doubtful with our own judgment. People usually turn to someone or seek guidance so they can follow their true path. It has become a natural response to give up easily when one experiences a great deal of pain and trouble and the handful who keep fighting despite the harsh obstacles are truly admirable. In the critically acclaimed Shakespearian play Hamlet, the protagonist, Prince Hamlet possesses admirable traits. Despite his troubles in losing his father and his life heading into a downward spiral, Hamlet learns to move on with life. Through Hamlets turmoil it is evident that life presents many challenges and that one 's character is determined by ones resilience.
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Hamlet demonstrates his admirable traits by the way he deals with his complicated bond with his mother, his tempestuous relationship with his step-father and his loyal friendship with Horatio.
Hamlets series of grievances begin on his return home due to the devastating news of his father, King Hamlets death. Hamlet was in a great deal of pain as if many would, when one looses a loved one. Not only did his uncle(his father 's brother) Claudius, gain power he also remarried Hamlet 's mother due to her husband 's death. Hamlet was unable to comprehend how his mother who was so deeply in love with his father, was able to move on from his death and marry his Uncle Claudius. Hamlet was not ready to accept this new development and decided to pursue his education as a way of …show more content…
Horatio is portrayed as a very smart and loyal friend who Hamlet looks up to and admires. When Horatio is first seen in Shakespeare 's 'Hamlet, ' he is called upon by the castle guards to address the ghost that they have encountered. Unlike Hamlet, Horatio is not afraid of the ghost, and he bravely confronts him. He is calm, resolute, and rational as he demands that the ghost to tell him whether it has come to confess some ill deed or to predict the future fate of Denmark. This is shown as he states, " If thou art privy to thy country 's fate...O, speak! Or if thou hast up hoarded in thy life. Extorted treasure in the womb of earth...Speak of it, stay and speak! "(I.i.133-9). Not only is Horatio a brave individual who speaks his mind with the ghost, he does the same with Hamlet as well. One example of this is when Hamlet decides to follow the ghost in hopes of learning the reason for its appearance. Horatio disagrees and clearly states it 's a risky choice. Horatio is an honest and loyal friend and he 's genuinely worried that Hamlet might be tempted into madness. Horatios noble traits and his willingness to support and guide Hamlet through the deep sorrow he is experiencing, emphasizes his willingness to become as admirable as his good friend . Hamlet was experiencing a great deal of distress and due to Horatio 's friendship and care he was able to return his loyalty to Horatio. His
Hamlet demonstrates his admirable traits by the way he deals with his complicated bond with his mother, his tempestuous relationship with his step-father and his loyal friendship with Horatio.
Hamlets series of grievances begin on his return home due to the devastating news of his father, King Hamlets death. Hamlet was in a great deal of pain as if many would, when one looses a loved one. Not only did his uncle(his father 's brother) Claudius, gain power he also remarried Hamlet 's mother due to her husband 's death. Hamlet was unable to comprehend how his mother who was so deeply in love with his father, was able to move on from his death and marry his Uncle Claudius. Hamlet was not ready to accept this new development and decided to pursue his education as a way of …show more content…
Horatio is portrayed as a very smart and loyal friend who Hamlet looks up to and admires. When Horatio is first seen in Shakespeare 's 'Hamlet, ' he is called upon by the castle guards to address the ghost that they have encountered. Unlike Hamlet, Horatio is not afraid of the ghost, and he bravely confronts him. He is calm, resolute, and rational as he demands that the ghost to tell him whether it has come to confess some ill deed or to predict the future fate of Denmark. This is shown as he states, " If thou art privy to thy country 's fate...O, speak! Or if thou hast up hoarded in thy life. Extorted treasure in the womb of earth...Speak of it, stay and speak! "(I.i.133-9). Not only is Horatio a brave individual who speaks his mind with the ghost, he does the same with Hamlet as well. One example of this is when Hamlet decides to follow the ghost in hopes of learning the reason for its appearance. Horatio disagrees and clearly states it 's a risky choice. Horatio is an honest and loyal friend and he 's genuinely worried that Hamlet might be tempted into madness. Horatios noble traits and his willingness to support and guide Hamlet through the deep sorrow he is experiencing, emphasizes his willingness to become as admirable as his good friend . Hamlet was experiencing a great deal of distress and due to Horatio 's friendship and care he was able to return his loyalty to Horatio. His